London debate: South Africa after the 2014 elections
Held a week after the South African election, this panel of experts will examine the results and assess what they tell us about the political positioning of South Africans today, reflecting on the past 20 years of democracy and sharing forecasts on the country’s future.
Following the passing of Nelson Mandela and 20 years since the end of apartheid, South Africa’s national election took place at a significant moment in the history of the country’s young democracy.
In recent years, critics of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) have multiplied in number — a result of political scandals, widespread corruption, a stagnant economy and chronic failures in the delivery of many basic services. Looking at the election results, the ANC appears weakened, particularly after the recent withdrawal of support from its traditional ally, the National Union of Metal Workers.
Dissatisfaction with the ANC has also prompted voters to look to opposition parties, such as the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Julius Malema’s more radical Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Held a week after the election, this Royal African Society event with a panel of experts will examine the elections results and assess what they tell us about the political positioning of South Africans today, reflecting on the past 20 years of democracy and sharing forecasts on the country’s future.
Speakers:
- Richard Dowden, Director, Royal African Society
- Desne Masie, Analyst;
- Xolani Xala, Chairman, ANC London
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